"Sistas in Christ" Vol. 5

[Determinedtolose]

Originally Posted by terri73

MAry~ eventhough you won't see this until you get back! Hope your trip is grand!

Tammy~Yep...you just gotta believe that is was time for someone else to lead your congregation! The Lord will provide just give him time!

I have a lot to do today. I have to search for my DD's clothes with a scattered throughout the house so that I can wash them. I know that girl got at least 25 shirts for school and we are down to about 3. Who knows where she has tossed them. Ahh, to be a teenager! I start babysitting for my cousin this afternoon also. Should be interesting. I doubt she keep her new job very long the last only lasted two weeks. But it will get me a few extra dollars unti she quits!

My depression/anxiety has been really bad. I haven't had it like this is a long time. I knew it was coming on this time. I forewarned my family. Please pray that God helps me with this! I need this taken from me dear Jesus! It is a terrible overwhelming feeling. I have noticed that I even cuss more when this sets in. I have been doing wonderful at changing that until this set in. It is a struggle. I am just going to pray a lot and hope that I overcome it quickly!

I hope everyone has a blessed day!

Hi Terri,
Being in the Lord, we must always believe the promises He has given us, which are all spiritual promises. I know that as we begin to believe them, all these things will leave. I believe satan will use anything to get us to keep our eyes off of God. And when ever we put the focus on our flesh, then that's all we think about. I've struggled with depression and suicide before, mainly because of how I looked. I hated being fat and I kept seeing an ugly person in the mirror. I hated myself.
But once I started believing who I am in Christ Jesus, those things started leaving. And you know what else, I started doing things for other people, starting with family, in order to take my mind off of myself. I started baking for family and now I can't stop, lol!!
So sweet sister, know that God doesn't want His children in any kind of bondage, but to be free in the liberty that He has given us.
God Bless you!!

2 Corinthians 3:16-18
16Nevertheless when it shall turn to the Lord, the vail shall be taken away.

17Now the Lord is that Spirit: and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty.

18But we all, with open face beholding as in a glass the glory of the Lord, are changed into the same image from glory to glory, even as by the Spirit of the Lord.


Ephesians 1:5-7
5Having predestinated us unto the adoption of children by Jesus Christ to himself, according to the good pleasure of his will,

6To the praise of the glory of his grace, wherein he hath made us accepted in the beloved.

7In whom we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of his grace


"greater is He who is in you, then he who is in the world" 1 John 4:4

Here's some other scripture for you to meditate on.





Philippians 4:6-8 Ephesians 4:22-24
22That ye put off concerning the former conversation the old man, which is corrupt according to the deceitful lusts;

23And be renewed in the spirit of your mind;

24And that ye put on the new man, which after God is created in righteousness and true holiness
6Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.

7And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.

8Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things

2 Tim 1:7
7For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.


Hi Tammy! Hey Girl, you are on it with the bible study!! Good for you!!! Everything will work out for your church, God will direct the way for it to go.
Have a blessed day!!!

[la.lady]

One more thing gilrs, I just wanted to let you know that I am a very Happy Person and have joy in the Lord... It is amazing when you get things together and can have the peace and joy that the Lord intends for us to have... Happiness, truely comes from within and we need to hold onto it...

[Star123]

Originally Posted by Determinedtolose

Hi Terri,
Being in the Lord, we must always believe the promises He has given us, which are all spiritual promises. I know that as we begin to believe them, all these things will leave. I believe satan will use anything to get us to keep our eyes off of God. And when ever we put the focus on our flesh, then that's all we think about. I've struggled with depression and suicide before, mainly because of how I looked. I hated being fat and I kept seeing an ugly person in the mirror. I hated myself.
But once I started believing who I am in Christ Jesus, those things started leaving. And you know what else, I started doing things for other people, starting with family, in order to take my mind off of myself. I started baking for family and now I can't stop, lol!!
So sweet sister, know that God doesn't want His children in any kind of bondage, but to be free in the liberty that He has given us.
God Bless you!!

Hi Tammy! Hey Girl, you are on it with the bible study!! Good for you!!! Everything will work out for your church, God will direct the way for it to go.
Have a blessed day!!!

Diana, AMEN!!! Thanks, you're such a sweet friend and have been such a support to me. God Bless you!!! I know everything will work out. God has it all in his hands.

[Star123]

Originally Posted by la.lady

One more thing gilrs, I just wanted to let you know that I am a very Happy Person and have joy in the Lord... It is amazing when you get things together and can have the peace and joy that the Lord intends for us to have... Happiness, truely comes from within and we need to hold onto it...

Patty, I'm glad you're happy in the Lord. Sounds like you're working hard getting that house done. WTG!!! I can't wait to see you when you get back!!! God BLess.

[la.lady]

Dawn is getting ready to redo her kitchen table with slate tiles. It is going to go great with her tile counter tops... We are hanging drapes in the other livingroom sometime today, and thought I would post while I have had a chance.

Dawn has really inspired me to lose this weight. She is in a size 6 now and so healthy. I am so proud of her and she has worked very hard getting there...

I got back on CAD 2 days ago and I am back down 2 lbs, This is a good start for me to carry on. I hope to have 15 lbs, off by Christmas,,,

Have a great day, and God loves you...

[Pcola Girl]

I am also happy in the Lord, its a wonderful feeling to.
I just don't see how anyone can live without the Lord in their life, it must be a lonely world for them. I know I have Him in mine and I will live my life for Him to and try my best to always do His will in this old world.

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"Written On His Hand "

One day when I was lonely,
Nothing seemed to go right...
I began to read my Bible,
And God gave a brand new insight.

"SEE! I WILL NOT FORGET YOU.
YOUR NAME IS WRITTEN ON MY HAND!"
And those incredible words,
Have made me feel so grand.

Oh, what joy awaits us,
When we seek His amazing grace...
Our wonderous journey has begun,
One day we will meet Him face to face.

The angels will sing His praises,
And Jesus will smile as we arrive...
Gone are the perplexing problems,
In His love we have survived.

As I think about the beauty,
Of a world that's free from sin...
My inner heart keeps shouting,
Only in Jesus can we win!

Does God love us so much?
Is my name written on His hand?
Oh, my beloved Father,
On Holy Ground I stand!

[Pcola Girl]

Diana, Patty and Star, I need to ask you all a question. I hope you don't think it strange but my husband and I was talking to some people about our pets and other animals to, being in Heaven with us when we die and go to Heaven ourselves.
They said that animals do not go to Heaven at all but I believe they do. I cannot believe that God created animals in His part of creation only to leave them out of Heaven. I cannot picture Heaven without them.
What do you all think about this topic?

[la.lady]

Mary You remember me talking about Jessi Duplantis going to Heaven for a visit???
God showed him what Heaven is like and how we will live and God wanted him to tell all of us. Well guess what? Our beloved animals are with us too and we live with our families and in homes that is our most desire. If you want a 2 story house, then that is what God gives to you... It is awesome that God showed him this and wanted his children to know just how we will live. God loves us so much that he gives us the desires of our Heart !!!

[la.lady]

Jason's Grandmother passed away last night. Please pray for our Dear Son-in-Law and his family...She is 90 years old and now walking the streets of gold with our Savior.

[Star123]

Originally Posted by la.lady

Mary You remember me talking about Jessi Duplantis going to Heaven for a visit???
God showed him what Heaven is like and how we will live and God wanted him to tell all of us. Well guess what? Our beloved animals are with us too and we live with our families and in homes that is our most desire. If you want a 2 story house, then that is what God gives to you... It is awesome that God showed him this and wanted his children to know just how we will live. God loves us so much that he gives us the desires of our Heart !!!

Patty, I finally read Jesse Duplantis's book, watched his DVD and listened to his CD's. Yes, Heaven is beautiful and beyond our wildest dreams and interpretations. Jesse saw animals there, [Horses, dogs, cats, lions etc. I don't know if any of them are pets though???], but we will be happy either way. For the former things will pass away, but God's word will never pass away. We will be contented with what God gives us and He will fulfill our hearts desires.

Ladies, I keep having a Heavenly dream about my house in Heaven. It seems to be at the end of some mansions and has a fountain in the front yard. It's has a small iron gate and a hedge surrounding the front. The house itself has steps coming up to the front door, but I can't quite make out the style of the place. Inside it's very open and the livingroom window has plush red curtain tied back with golden rope and tassels. I'm sitting on a plush velvet couch and sitting right beside me is my a small white dog, something like a maltiese cuddling beside me. When I enter the House there's foyer and on it's left is a closet where I hang my robe(S). It's so peaceful and serene there, so quiet yet I can hear people outside walking on the sidewalk and socializing with other saints. Yes, there's a street in front of my House and the mansions beside mine. Then as I look out the big livingroom window, I can see a beautiful grass area. I've always wanted to live on a corner for some reason. God knows and He will give us our hearts desire. Jesse said that much of the furniture and things in His house, were that of earth. Many things will be similar to things on earth, because it's God's pleasure.

Oh, won't it be exciting? I can't wait!!! Before Jesse left Heaven, Jesus said to him that he wants him to tell other about Him, that He is coming back and sooner then you think!!! Lets be ready.

Have a great day!!!

[Star123]

Originally Posted by la.lady

Jason's Grandmother passed away last night. Please pray for our Dear Son-in-Law and his family...She is 90 years old and now walking the streets of gold with our Savior.

Patty, I will pray for Jason that God will strengthen him during his time of grief. God is able. She is in Heaven where we all are going to be some day very soon. Sooner then we think.

God BLess,

[Determinedtolose]

Originally Posted by la.lady

Mary You remember me talking about Jessi Duplantis going to Heaven for a visit???
God showed him what Heaven is like and how we will live and God wanted him to tell all of us. Well guess what? Our beloved animals are with us too and we live with our families and in homes that is our most desire. If you want a 2 story house, then that is what God gives to you... It is awesome that God showed him this and wanted his children to know just how we will live. God loves us so much that he gives us the desires of our Heart !!!

Hi Patty, how are you doing? Did Dawn get things done? I bet her house looks really nice!

Mary, Patty, I always wondered about that too. I even asked the Lord about that, because what if He calls me or DH early to be with Him, what will happen to our pets. After I prayed about it, I told Him that I would leave it to Him what happens to them because I trust that He will take care of them.

I know scripture says that when God makes the new heaven and the new earth, that the wolf will lie with the lamb. But it's still something I need to search out in scripture. I heard that they're will be animals, I don't know if it's heaven, but it could be in the new earth? I don't know yet.

Here is the scripture that I got this from:

Isaiah 11:5-7
5And righteousness shall be the girdle of his loins, and faithfulness the girdle of his reins.
6The wolf also shall dwell with the lamb, and the leopard shall lie down with the kid; and the calf and the young lion and the fatling together; and a little child shall lead them.
7And the cow and the bear shall feed; their young ones shall lie down together: and the lion shall eat straw like the ox.
8And the sucking child shall play on the hole of the asp, and the weaned child shall put his hand on the cockatrice' den.
9They shall not hurt nor destroy in all my holy mountain: for the earth shall be full of the knowledge of the LORD, as the waters cover the sea.
10And in that day there shall be a root of Jesse, which shall stand for an ensign of the people; to it shall the Gentiles seek: and his rest shall be glorious.

As far as Jesse goes Patty, I don't know if I can believe what he say's that he went to heaven or seen it, do you know why? Because Paul had gotten a glimpse of heaven, but he was not allowed to talk about it. Why? Because God did not want him to reveal this to anyone because Paul would have been puffed up with pride and those who he would have told, would have made Paul the attraction and not our Lord.

See here:
2 Cor 12:
2I knew a man in Christ above fourteen years ago, (whether in the body, I cannot tell; or whether out of the body, I cannot tell: God knoweth such an one caught up to the third heaven.
3And I knew such a man, (whether in the body, or out of the body, I cannot tell: God knoweth
4How that he was caught up into paradise, and heard unspeakable words, which it is not lawful for a man to utter.
5Of such an one will I glory: yet of myself I will not glory, but in mine infirmities.
6For though I would desire to glory, I shall not be a fool; for I will say the truth: but now I forbear, lest any man should think of me above that which he seeth me to be, or that he heareth of me.
7And lest I should be exalted above measure through the abundance of the revelations, there was given to me a thorn in the flesh, the messenger of Satan to buffet me, lest I should be exalted above measure.
8For this thing I besought the Lord thrice, that it might depart from me.

That's why I have really have my doubts that Jessie Duplantis, because if he did, I do not think the Lord would allow him to talk about it as He told Paul.
I would strongly urge you to search scripture out before believing anyone when they say they've been to heaven or hell. Everything must line up with Gods word. Even what I say too.

I used to love to watch Jessie, but Im not into the "proseperity" type people anymore. We were not promised earthy prosperity, only the Jews were. We were promised spiritual prosperity in Christ Jesus.


Ephesians 1:2-4
2Grace be to you, and peace, from God our Father, and from the Lord Jesus Christ.
3Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in Christ:
4According as he hath chosen us in him before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and without blame before him in love:


Ephesians 2:5-7
5Even when we were dead in sins, hath quickened us together with Christ, (by grace ye are saved
6And hath raised us up together, and made us sit together in heavenly places in Christ Jesus:
7That in the ages to come he might shew the exceeding riches of his grace in his kindness toward us through Christ Jesus.

Love Ya!

[Pcola Girl]

Thanks you for your input on this subject. I just hoped that my pets I have loved over the years would be with me in Heaven.
I don't know if Jessie saw a glimpse of Heaven or not but I do know that I have dreams about Heaven alot. I have even seen my son who passed away in 2002 due to leukemia, in Heaven. It could have been all in my mind I do not know but it made me feel better when I knew he was in Heaven with God.
I have even seen angels in my dreams and a glimpse of what I feel was God but I never got to see His face because the light was so bright it blinded me to look at it. I knew it was a vision in a man shape but there was so much light surrounding Him that I could not make out it was but I feel it was God, I sensed that it my heart.
Jessie is going to be in Mobile, Alabama I think in October sometimes. I did want to go see him but I am not sure I will be able to though. Mobile is only about 35 minutes from us here in Pensacola. Its just across the Fla-Ala. state line.

Patty, I hope there will be animals in Heaven because I want my cats with me if God will allow me to have them. I know they made me happy here on earth and I am sure He wants me happy in Heaven to.
I will pray for Jason, the death of a loved one is hard on us who are left here on earth, but we all know she is in Heaven with God and having the time of her life.

Star--I have wondered what my house will look like in Heaven to. I want a home on the ocean with white sandy beach for my front yard with green grass and trees and flowers on the sides and back yards. I want it to have a big porch facing the ocean with my rocking chairs on it so I can sit and smell the ocean breeze. I want it to be filled with causal soft comfy furniture so all my friends and family can come over and just relax.
I also want a pond with a dock in the back yard with ducks, and porch on the back of the house to so all my cats can lay around in the sun and just be lazy like they love to be.
I feel that God prepares the house we have always wanted here on earth but never had. He will make sure we all are happy in Heaven.

Diana--Thats what I was told that the animals will be here with us on the new earth when Jesus reigns His 1000 years. Not sure how God will work things out for us on this subject but what-ever He does I will be happy with it.
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[la.lady]

Ladies, of course I don't know for sure that Jessi visited Heaven, but when I read his book I was so blessed and felt God with me all through it. Whether he did or not, doesn't matter to me, it made me feel good and happy and something to be looking forward to.

I believe that God can and does use people today just like he did in the Bible, and if, he wants his Children to know something that will happen, too. Jessi even said that when God told him to tell us what Heaven looks like, he said but God no one will believe me and God told him to do it anyway. I really believe that my spirit would have been quenched, if it was a bad book. I believe Jessi is a Christian and tries his best to do what's right... Whether anyone believes it or not, it makes good reading...

[la.lady]

I use to watch Kenneth Copeland until he was preaching that if we give we will be rich in another words... I too don't believe that every christian will be rich for God told us that the poor would be with us always...

I believe that Jessie and Kenneth are really good Christians and that they are lead by God but maybe misinformed about the prosperity part.

[la.lady]

Girls, it seems like the last couple of weeks I have found a new happiness and bounds of energy... It's like I am 20 years old again. I have worked all day today and I am still feeling great. I take pleasure in keeping my home up and doing special things for Henry.

God is good, and he loves you !!!!

[Pcola Girl]

Patty, I need some of your energy.
I have been praiying to God to take some of my arthritis pain away so I can be able to clean my ome again like I use to do. Now I have to get a cleaning lady to come in and help me or my daughter will come over when she is not working and help me, she likes to decorate and will do all my seasonal decorating for me.
I want some of your new found energy, I miss mine so much. You never know how much you miss doing things until you can'r do them anymore.
I am keeping my faith that God will one day heal all this arthritis, I talk to HIm everyday about it.

[Star123]

Hi Ladies,

Patty, I would love to have your energy. Just recently I've found out through my sister's recent diagnoses of hypothyroidism, that many people here in canada have been misdiagnosed about having a serious thyroid problem. The only test that shows a person has hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) is to have a complete thyroid panel assessment. This panel provides a comprehensive assessment of TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone) T4, T3 and reverse T3 Levels. My sister had to go through 2 doctors, before one of them said that they would do this test. You have to be persistant!!! Now she is feeling much better, has more energy and actually was able to make a beautiful dessert for her family for the first time in over 30 years. Praise God!!! Getting your thyroid checked whether it's thypothyroidism (unactive) or thyperthyroidism (overactive) is important to your health and wellbeing.

Ladies, please pray that I will get a proper testing done soon. My brother is looking into it too and we will be healthier for it. Thanks.

Update: Our church is recovering slowly from our wounds and this morning's sunday service was a blessing. The youth pastor took over the service and preached on the important of unity and oneness in the body of Christ. He talked about the body having different parts and functions, and that we cannot function alone without all of these parts coming together as a whole. And that each of us are important in God's eyes. When one of us is suffering, we all suffer and are all affected. That coming together as a whole in unity will strengthen us, so that we can heal and grow in the Lord. God is letting us feel our pain to get our attention. And I believe He is doing a cleansing in our church today, and that we as a body will become stronger in the process. So that we will become a more effective church in bringing the gospel to the world.

God BLess,

[Star123]

Morning Ladies,

Just wishing you all a great monday!!!

God Bless,

[la.lady]

Good Morning ladies... I won't be on too much today. I have a ton of housework and laundry to do today...

Have a very Blessed Day !!!

[Pcola Girl]

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The morning started off slow for me when I first got out of bed, my arthritis is always so sore and stiff when I first wake up. I got a hot shower and that seemed to help me alot so I am up and about now trying to do some things around the house.
Patty I have never seen someone with your energy. I pray that God will give me of it to.
I think my arthritis medication keeps me so sluggish all the time. Maybe I need to talk to my doctor about it when I see him again.
Have a great day and God Bless.



"The Little Mustard Seed"

There was a little mustard seed
Whose faith was very small
And it forgot to pray to God
So it didn't grow at all

It hid away in a cool dark place
And didn't know the sun
It lived a most unhappy life
Because its faith had turned to none

Then one day a great rain came
The mustard seed got washed away
It traveled many days and miles
Before in a garden it would lay

All the flowers greeted it
And said "How do you do.
Won't you sta